Crystal Palace's nightmare start to the season unpacked: The blunders that could cost Pierre Sage his job, how Steve Parish and Matt Hobbs sold him short in the transfer market - and why players feel worried and confused

Crystal Palace manager Pierre Sage is under intense pressure following a heavy 5-0 defeat to rivals Brighton, with his job reported to be at risk. However, criticism is also being directed at club chairman Steve Parish and sporting director Matt Hobbs for failing to adequately support Sage in the transfer market. The article suggests that players within the squad are feeling worried and confused amid the club's difficult start to the season.